Before the ORBERA® journey

Like many expeditions into the unknown, the ORBERA® Managed Weight Loss Program journey has a beginning, middle part and ending. The beginning and the ending are the exciting bits while the middle section is sometimes just a hard slog. Here we’ll look at each part of the journey in more detail so that you can make your decision knowing what’s ahead.

Eating guidelines

Eat slowly and chew thoroughly

Use small dishes to help with portion control

Always stop eating when you feel full

Gradually introduce a variety of foods into your meals, especially those high in protein like meat, poultry, fish, dairy and eggs

Have a protein-rich food with each meal

Uncooked food should be weighed without the parts you cannot eat

Choose well-cooked vegetables; raw vegetables should be chopped into small pieces

Grains and starches
Bagels, doughy breads, white bread, waffles, pancakes, croissants, popcorn and high-fat cream soups
NOTE: Pasta may not be tolerated by ORBERA® Managed Weight Loss Program patients while the intragastric balloon is in place

Is it right for me?

Use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.Your healthcare professional will advise you whether ORBERA® is suitable for you, or if you have any questions once the balloon is in place.MKT-00856-00R01